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Hello, Anon.
Thank you for writing today.
With plugged ears, your eustachian tubes, which run between your middle ear and the back of your nose, become obstructed. You may experience a feeling of fullness or pressure in your ears. Usually, as the swelling from the cold or flu subsidies, the obstruction resolves.
According to Mayo clinic - if your ears are still plugged, try swallowing, yawning or chewing sugar-free gum to open your eustachian tubes. Take a deep breath and try to blow out of your nose *gently* while pinching your nostrils closed and keeping your mouth closed. If you hear a popping noise, your ears should clear.
Other options for clearing plugged ears may include:
-Nasal decongestants, but for no more than a few days
-Topical nasal steroids, especially in people with allergies
Call your doctor if your symptoms are severe or persist.
Helena
November 17, 2018 - 4:44pmThis Comment